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MADISON vs. BUFFALO
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
12.7%
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$80,296
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Madison, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
66.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.4% lower
Commute
19.3% higher
Health
13.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.5% lower
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